Traffic Control Flagger

Coastal Elite Pro; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Sick leave

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro seeks a Traffic Safety Protector to manage traffic control at various sites. Training is provided, no prior experience required.

You will set up cones, signs, and barricades, guide traffic with stop/slow paddles, and monitor site activity, while following safety protocols. The role demands outdoor work in all weather, with shifts potentially 8–12 hours long; benefits include health insurance, PTO, holidays, sick leave, 401(k), EAP, referral bonuses, and growth to leadership

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to stand, walk and lift 40–50 pounds for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in traffic and various weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious attitude.
• Respectful communication with coworkers, clients, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Set up traffic cones, signs, and barricades at job sites.
• Use stop/slow paddles to guide vehicles and direct traffic.
• Monitor site activity and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors.
• Maintain equipment and company vehicles.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Driver's license

Lifting capacity 40-50 lbs

Weather resilience

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Job description

Role Overview

As a Traffic Safety Protector, you will work with a team at various job sites to ensure safety and efficient traffic control. No prior experience or degree is required as comprehensive training is provided. Your main responsibilities include setting up traffic cones, signs, and barricades, using stop/slow paddles to guide vehicles, and monitoring site activity while following all safety protocols. You will communicate with team members and supervisors, maintain equipment and vehicles, and work outdoors in all weather conditions. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or emergency shifts is essential, with shifts potentially lasting 8 to 12 hours. Safety gear such as helmets, goggles, vests, and weather apparel is supplied; you are expected to bring steel-toe boots.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift 40–50 pounds for extended periods
• Willingness to work in traffic and diverse weather conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious attitude
• Respectful communication with coworkers, clients, and the public

Compensation & Opportunities

Pay ranges from $16.25 to $17.00 per hour with overtime, pay increases within the first year, and paid training leading to a traffic safety certification. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, sick leave, health insurance, 401(k), employee assistance, and referral bonuses. Advancement opportunities include roles such as Senior Protector, Lead Protector, Field Supervisor, and management positions.